What type of suspension: free standing or ceiling mounted?
• Free standing (floor-supported) systems do not put stress on the buildings overhead structure. Installation is usually more straightforward, and these cranes are also easier to relocate in the future. These systems require a reinforced concrete floor of at least 6 inches. • With ceiling mounted systems, supporting steel does not interfere with the handling operation. Ceiling mounted systems require a building with an adequate overhead structure to hang the crane. These questions and answers can help you determine which type of overhead work station crane best meets your needs. What capacity, bridge length, and height? The general rule is less is more. • Keep capacities to a minimum. Work Station Cranes are designed with an adequate safety factor. If you over-buy capacity, the operator will need to move extra bridge dead weight, which would not be a good ergonomic solution. • Keep bridge lengths to a minimum. The less dead weight an operator has to move, the better. Short bridge lengt
